Catholic Schools Week starts today 🎉and it's a perfect time to make a donation to the Piqua Catholic Annual Fund! Interested in learning how annual fund donations make an immediate impact? Here are a few FAQs:
What is the Piqua Catholic Annual Fund?
The Piqua Catholic Annual Fund is a yearly fundraising effort to help offset the school’s annual operating costs. Donations made to the Annual Fund are considered “unrestricted” because they go to support the general needs of the school.
Why does Piqua Catholic need an annual fund?
A growing annual fund is critical to the school’s financial health. Tuition dollars do not fully support the actual cost of educating a Piqua Catholic student. Like every Catholic school, Piqua Catholic needs unrestricted support from alumni, families and friends to close the gap between income we receive from tuition and the actual cost of educating our students.
What about parish subsidies?
Our parishes, St. Mary Church and St. Boniface Church are very generous with their support of the school, however, parish subsidies alone cannot close the gap between tuition and continued rising costs to educate.
How are Annual Fund gifts used?
Gifts are unrestricted and are used immediately for current programs, faculty compensation and professional development, curriculum and classroom enhancements, arts, athletics, religious education, retreats, and community service programs.
How can I make a gift?
Contributions may be made by check mailed to the school at 503 W North St., Piqua, OH 45356 or through our website via secured transaction with a credit card at www.piquacatholic.org/annualfund. If you would like to make a recurring gift via bank draft or other method, please call the school at 937-773-1564 and we would be happy to work with you.
How will gifts be recognized?
Gifts are recognized in our alumni, families & friends newsletter, “Connections”, mailed in July. You can give in honor of a special teacher or staff member or in memory of someone special. Periodic updates are also provided on the school’s website and church bulletins. Donors also have the option of giving anonymously.
Do you accept corporate matching gifts?
Yes. Many employers offer a corporate matching program. Annual Fund donors are encouraged to check with their employer to see if they will match their donation. Your employer will also be recognized for their matching gift. This is a great way to increase your giving!
Will my gift make a difference?
Absolutely! Every gift is vital. Together, our gifts have a real and direct impact on the continued quality of Catholic education in Piqua!
Learn more about Annual Fund by viewing the Annual Fund Brochure and learn more or give online at www.piquacatholic.org/page/annualfund. Thank you for supporting our mission "To BE an Example of Jesus' LOVE". ❤